Advanced Practice - MSc at University of South Wales

Programme overview

A part-time MSc for healthcare professionals extending the scope of practice in consultation, assessment, diagnosis and therapeutic interventions, meeting requirements set by the National Leadership and Innovation Agency for Healthcare. Teaching includes a clinical simulation suite and clinical practice.

Duration: 3 years part-time | Intake: September 2027 (Pontypridd) | Location: Pontypridd, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year one includes Clinical Conditions 1 (altered physiology in cardiovascular, respiratory and musculoskeletal disease), Research Methods and Clinical Skills 1; study also covers influences on healthcare practice and independent prescribing in the third year. Assessment includes written exams, assignments and OSCEs.

Career pathways

Typical progression is to advanced clinical practice nurse; PhD or research degree also possible.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Registered nurse, midwife, SCPHN, health visitor, physiotherapist, pharmacist or paramedic educated to at least degree level 2:2 or above, with at least three years full-time post-registration experience (or part-time equivalent) and in current employment. Recognised prior learning considered. Access to a medical mentor to approve clinical competencies. Personal statement required; interview only for the Independent Prescribing module in year three.

Intake: September 2027 (Pontypridd)

Duration: 3 years part-time

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